Junior – Angolan Painter of Abstract Visionism | Afrikanizm Art – Page 3

Júnior Jacinto

The Known, The unknown and The Forgotten

€865,00

Júnior Jacinto

"Xé! Menino, não fala de política"

€2.100,00

Júnior Jacinto

"Na escola da vida, ele aprende"

€1.935,00

Júnior Jacinto

"Xé! Olha aquela mamã, já não tem lágrimas"

€1.880,00

"My work is a profound exploration of abstract visionism, characterized by an intuitive and spontaneous artistic process that channels my subconscious onto the canvas. I employ a rich tapestry of colors, shapes, lines, and textures to construct a visual language that resonates deeply with the viewer's emotions and senses. Rooted in my personal experiences and the surrounding world, my creations invite a journey of self-discovery and contemplation, transcending the physical to touch the metaphysical. My paintings serve as a bridge to an inner universe, offering a transformative experience that encourages viewers to delve into their own perceptions and emotions.

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MEET

Júnior Jacinto

Junior, a self-taught Angolan painter born in Ingombotas, Luanda, took an unexpected path into the world of contemporary art. Initially dreaming of becoming a hacker, then a personal trainer, his life shifted dramatically at age 16 when a leg injury redirected him to what had always been his quiet calling: painting.

At 17, without family support, he made the bold decision to move to Portugal and pursue a life dedicated to art. There, he attended various schools and workshops, laying the technical and conceptual foundations of his practice.

Junior’s work embraces a style he defines as abstract visionism — a visual exploration of emotions, consciousness, and perception. Guided by intuition and raw experience, his paintings unfold through a dynamic interplay of colour, shape, and texture, becoming a visual language of inner truth and metaphysical inquiry.

His canvases are not mere representations of external reality, but portals to deeper understanding — inviting viewers to connect with their own inner worlds and question the boundaries between thought and form. In this journey between spontaneity and reflection, Junior positions himself among the rising voices of African contemporary art who dare to translate silence into colour, and introspection into gesture.

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